Alpine Ski Racing Injuries: Why the System Is Failing Athletes
Injuries are no longer an exception in Alpine ski racing—they’re an expectation. A veteran coach explains why the system is failing the athletes it demands so much from.
Surrendering Your Expectations: The Mental Edge in Ski Racing
Former University of Denver racer and U.S. Ski Team alumnus Trey Seymour reflects on how letting go of expectations transformed his mindset and results. In this personal essay, he shares how shifting focus from outcomes to process helped him find freedom, confidence, and the mental edge in ski racing.
Chad Fleischer Calls for U.S. Speed Revival
Two-time Olympian Chad Fleischer shares an open letter urging the U.S. ski racing community to work together in rebuilding the nation’s speed-skiing foundation. His message calls for unity, opportunity, and renewed commitment to developing future downhill and super-G champions.
Unseen Heroes: The Back to Ski Program Behind U.S. Athletes’ Amazing Comebacks
In a letter to the editor, Erik Schlopy, a former ski racer with an impressive track record, shares his insight into the recent success of Stifel U.S. Ski Team members returning from injury.
The Future of NCAA Skiing and Athlete Development
Photo: Axe Tang/Utah Athletics If you aren’t convinced that NCAA skiing is a legitimate pathway
Letter: Race entry fees explained
Editor’s note: The following letter to the editor was submitted by Burke Mountain Academy student, Dominic
Letter: In defense of the US Ski Team
Editor's note: The following is a letter to the editor submitted by U.S. Ski Team
Sierra Nevada University alpine ski team is seeking donations for the season
The Sierra Nevada University Ski Team needs your support! We are an alpine racing team
Taylor: Should the cost of ski racing really be a concern?
"In an ideal world, cost would never be an obstacle to a young skier who wants to become a ski racer. But this is the real world, and we must face the reality that the cost of ski racing will always be a barrier to entry for many.
Letter: Being great takes money … focus on mentality
The always-entertaining former World Cup racer and Olympian Chad Fleischer pulls no punches in his latest letter to the editor. He points out, if you want to be great, it's going to take sacrifice — and money.
Letter: Skiing is not alone
You're right, the cost of ski racing has grown to crazy levels (my son was
Letter: Thank you, Lucy Conklin
Lucy Conklin dutifully served as the vital coordinator in the Far West for 13 years, having had a tremendous impact on the region.
Letter: Racing at local ski areas
I’d like to add a thought to the article preserving speed and his suggestions to
Letter: Suggested penalty adjustment
This is a letter and suggestion to both USSS and FIS concerning penalty adjustments. As
Letter: Toxic masculinity and homophobia in ski racing
I am profoundly disappointed with the older generation of the ski racing world. As a
Letter: U.S. Ski & Snowboard views Buck Hill FIS venue, Chuck Stone Memorial as ‘sub-standard’
Upon hearing about the new FIS Homologation at Buck Hill earlier this Summer, I was
Letter: The problem with speed events
I enjoyed the article written by Kirk (Dwyer) and he brings up many valid points
Letter: Abuse in ski racing
This should be posted as a point of public service. I have just come across
Letter: Keep the upbeat news coming!
Thank you Ski Racing Media for sharing Todd Firestone’s letter: Why the Pandemic Could Spur
Letter: Why the pandemic could spur needed reform of the North American ski industry
I think a lot of ‘ski’ people dream of replicating the atmosphere and winter culture
Letter: Are ski domes the answer?
Where are the Europeans training this summer? Check out the article on FIS Alpine about
Letter: Ski Racing in America is expensive
"My family lived in Switzerland for a year where my son skied on a regional U14 team. ... Since we are not Swiss it was explained to us that we would have to pay a rather expensive fee - the charge for the full year was $600."
Letter: Being good at everything
"It's Not About Tech VS Speed" got my attention and made me compare what I
Letter: Talent isn’t everything
In Mr. Leever’s essay, Exploring North American development — what are we missing?, he points
